Catherynne M. Valente: The author will read and sign her new novel for middle grade readers, "The Girl Who Circumnavigated Fairyland in a Ship of Her Own Making." Skylight Books, 818 N. Vermont Ave., L.A. 7:30 p.m. Free. (323) 660-1175.

Diane Farr: The author of "Kissing Outside the Lines: A True Story of Love and Race and Happily Ever After" will discuss and sign her new book. Book Soup, 8818 W. Sunset Blvd., West Hollywood. 7 p.m. Free. (310) 659-3110.

Jesse James: The television personality and owner of West Coast Choppers will present and sign his new memoir, "American Outlaw." Book Soup, 8818 W. Sunset Blvd., West Hollywood. 6 p.m. Free. (310) 659-3110.